Sawla - Chachyot, Mandi
Sawla is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawla is 015308. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.88 hectares and falls under the 175124 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sawla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawla
As per Census 2011, Sawla village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 172 males and 145 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 129 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 43 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sawla
Sawla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawla
Sawla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sawla is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawla
Where is Sawla located?
Sawla village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawla is Tandi.
What is the pincode of Sawla?
The pincode of Sawla is 175124.
What is the population of Sawla?
Sawla has a total population of 317, including 172 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Sawla?
There are 67 households in Sawla.
What is the literacy rate in Sawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawla is 65.93%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 55.17%.